TheTicketers
DubaiARE Abu DhabiARE New YorkUSA Las VegasUSA OrlandoUSA Los AngelesUSA San FranciscoUSA MiamiUSA TorontoCAN VancouverCAN MontrealCAN LondonGBR EdinburghGBR RomeITA VeniceITA FlorenceITA MilanITA BarcelonaESP MadridESP SevilleESP ParisFRA NiceFRA AmsterdamNLD BerlinDEU LisbonPRT SydneyAUS
Dubai Abu Dhabi New York

Things to Do in New York

Tickets, tours and experiences in New York, United States

Events in New York

148 events

About New York

New York City packs its biggest sights into a compact, walkable core. From Lower Manhattan you can ferry to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, then ride up the Empire State Building, Top of the Rock or One World Observatory for skyline views. Central Park, the Met, MoMA and the 9/11 Memorial & Museum round out a classic first visit.

Manhattan's neighborhoods each have a distinct feel: Times Square and the Theater District for Broadway shows, SoHo for shopping, Greenwich Village for cafes and the High Line for an elevated walk above Chelsea. Across the East River, Brooklyn's DUMBO and the Brooklyn Bridge walkway deliver some of the best photos of the city.

The subway runs 24 hours and is the fastest way to cross town, while bridges and observation decks are most atmospheric near sunset. Many attractions use timed entry, so booking ahead saves long waits.

Highlights

  • Ferry to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
  • Skyline views from the Empire State Building or Top of the Rock
  • A Broadway show in the Theater District
  • Walking the Brooklyn Bridge into DUMBO

Tips for Visiting New York

Buy timed-entry tickets for observation decks to skip long lines, especially at sunset.

Use a tap-to-pay OMNY card on the subway instead of buying single rides.

Reserve Statue of Liberty crown or pedestal access weeks ahead, as it sells out.

Visit major museums on weekday mornings to avoid the heaviest crowds.

Frequently Asked Questions About New York

Which New York observation deck has the best views?

Top of the Rock frames the Empire State Building and Central Park in one view, the Empire State Building offers a historic 86th-floor open-air deck, and One World Observatory gives the highest vantage over the harbor. Edge at Hudson Yards adds an outdoor sky deck. Sunset slots are the most popular, so book early.

How do I get cheaper Broadway tickets?

Same-day discounted seats are sold at the TKTS booth in Times Square, and many shows run digital lotteries and rush tickets through their official apps. For specific dates and popular shows, booking standard tickets in advance is the safest way to secure seats.

Is it worth getting a New York attraction pass?

If you plan to visit several paid sights in a few days, a multi-attraction pass can cut costs compared with separate tickets. Compare the pass price against the venues you actually want to see, since you need to visit a few to break even.

More Destinations in the United States

Las Vegas The Bellagio Fountains and free resort attractions on the Strip Orlando Walt Disney World's four theme parks Los Angeles Studio tour and rides at Universal Studios Hollywood San Francisco Ferry tour of Alcatraz Island Miami Art Deco architecture along South Beach's Ocean Drive All of United States Browse every destination